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Northern Virginia rescue crews help dozens in Southwest Virginia after Helene
DAMASCUS, Va. (DC News Now) — Water rescue teams from a few Northern Virginia fire departments are returning home after spending days performing heroic rescue efforts in Southwest Virginia. Crews from several departments made the long trip to the hardest-hit parts of the commonwealth after Helene. While many departments started in different locations, a few […]
How one preschool uses PAW Patrol to teach democracy
ANNANDALE, Va. (AP) — As lawmakers voted on a budget deal at the U.S. Capitol, a different kind of balloting was taking place a dozen miles away in a sun-filled Virginia preschool classroom. At stake: which animated dog was the best character on the cartoon “PAW Patrol.”. In...
'Owner less than responsive' | DC Officials say residents displaced because of explosion should be looking for new homes
WASHINGTON D.C., DC — It's been almost two weeks since an explosion at an apartment building in Northwest D.C and on Wednesday night, tenants expected to receive an update at a town hall. While the media was not allowed to attend, prior to the town hall, D.C. officials shared...
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Oct. 3-6
This weekend in the DMV, there are events such as hearing from Ta-Nehisi Coates, dancing to Amapiano beats, enjoying Caribbean culture, and more. The post Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Oct. 3-6 appeared first on The Washington Informer.
District Dogs to pay $100K to DC, improve safety after 10 dogs died in flood
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Office of the Attorney General has ordered District Dogs to pay $100,000 to the District, make safety improvements and permanently close its Rhode Island Avenue location after 10 dogs died in a flood at the facility in 2023. According to D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb, as part of the settlement between […]
Double the holiday magic: DC welcomes Dupont Circle Market alongside downtown tradition
WASHINGTON — There’s something undeniably magical about the holidays in Washington, D.C. The crisp winter air, twinkling lights, and that unmistakable festive hum in the air. This year, the beloved DC Holiday Market has expanded to a brand-new location, bringing all the holiday cheer to one of the city’s most iconic and romantic spots: Dupont Circle. But don’t worry — your favorite downtown market is still happening, so you get to enjoy twice the holiday magic!
Fairfax County leadership’s legacy is likely to be one of nepotism and waste
Last week, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors sent a letter to Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) begging the state for more money, particularly for K-12 public education. If he does consider this request, Youngkin should introduce a condition requiring an external audit of the county’s “critical services.” Alternatively, Fairfax County’s supervisors, could, if they actually […]
Final route for Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project to be set this month
The route taken by the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project, a proposed 70-mile transmission line through Carroll, Frederick and Baltimore counties, will be announced in mid-October, according to a letter to Maryland leaders from Jason Kalwa, who manages the energy project for the Public Service Enterprise Group. The PSEG has been contracted by PJM, the organization responsible for operating ...
‘The Nightmare Before Bar’ coming to DC in October
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — In just a few days, a “Nightmare Bar” will come to life in the Washington, D.C. area, bringing an eerie and thriller experience. On Oct. 5, the National Union Building will host “The Nightmare Before Bar.” The Halloween-themed bar will be inspired by horror and Tim Burton movies. Burton is […]
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